Riley Hart
San Diego, California
8/12/2026
Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Verified Independent MicrobreweryMicrobrewery
5 Alarm Brewing Co
211 W Main St, Lake Mills, Iowa, 50450
Dog FriendlyOutdoor Seating / Fire PitsFood Trucks / Full KitchenFamily / Kid FriendlyLive Music & EventsGamesNA / Wine / CiderWiFiSports TVs / Game DayWheelchair Accessible
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Quick Vibe & Venue Facts
- Independent Status
- Verified Independent Microbrewery
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Welcome (Patio / Indoors)
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- Typically 21+ after early evening — confirm family hours on site.
- Parking & Transit
- Street parking and bike racks; limited lot stalls.
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5 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Night Watch Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | Stout | 6.6% | Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | On Tap |
| Orchard Hour Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Cider | 6.2% | Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | On Tap |
| Hazy Memory Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Hazy IPA | 6.9% | Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | On Tap |
| Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kölsch | 4.8% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | On Tap |
| Patio Tart Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Sour | 5.3% | Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Wheatfield Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | Wheat | 5.3% | Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | On Tap |
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4.3 ★
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Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
8/7/2026
Crisp LagersGreat IPA Selection
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
8/2/2026
Food Truck HitsSpacious Patio
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
5 Alarm Brewing Co FAQs
Is 5 Alarm Brewing Co dog friendly?
Yes. 5 Alarm Brewing Co is dog friendly in Lake Mills, including patio seating.
Does 5 Alarm Brewing Co serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. 5 Alarm Brewing Co hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at 5 Alarm Brewing Co?
5 Alarm Brewing Co can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does 5 Alarm Brewing Co have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. 5 Alarm Brewing Co lists outdoor patio seating in Lake Mills, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.